Construction simply would not be where it is today without the advent of the specialty trade contractor. Specialization has been the driving force behind many of the industry’s biggest productivity gains. Nevertheless, as more subcontractors … about The Real Problem Plaguing Construction Payments
Technology
Birth of a Procore Tool
Andrew Carlson is a Product Manager (PM) at Procore, the construction software giant. From real-time drawing management to photo-assisted observations, Procore throws innovative, labor-saving wonder at your productivity gaps. How is this done? Carlson, an … about Birth of a Procore Tool
Timber Software Helping Aussie Builders Branch Out
Carpentry is one of the oldest building trades in the world. Uses for timber in construction are largely the same as what they have always been, true. However, we have evolved the precision with which … about Timber Software Helping Aussie Builders Branch Out
Traffic-Ready Bridge Built in 72 Hours
Engineers at the University of Maine Composites Center have introduced an innovative new bridge system that can be built in just 72 hours and last 100 years with only minor routine maintenance and repairs.
Bridging the Communication Gap Through 3D Technology
Technology in the construction industry has been gradually evolving to meet the needs of architects and construction managers alike. The technology available to architects today has come a long way since sketching 2D pencil drafts … about Bridging the Communication Gap Through 3D Technology
What’s Next for BIM
Building Information Modelling (BIM) is a term describing a process used to give construction workers the insights and tools to design and implement their projects more effectively. BIM, and the introduction of 4D BIM, are … about What’s Next for BIM
Measuring and Maximizing your ROI
There are many reasons, of varying degrees of legitimacy, why some construction companies have been reticent to adopt the latest technologies. You read a lot about things like a general discomfort with the idea of … about Measuring and Maximizing your ROI
Construction’s Future in Building Smart Cities
Science Fiction for decades has tantalized us with dramatic sweeping images of futuristic neon-lit cityscapes, hovering cars meandering their way through foggy skies past billboards that know the vehicles’ occupants and serve up ads targeted … about Construction’s Future in Building Smart Cities
5 Tips for Successful Visual Documentation
The construction industry has come a long way when it comes to visual documentation. Mostly gone are the days of carrying point and shoot cameras and specialty video cameras to capture jobsite progress. With nearly … about 5 Tips for Successful Visual Documentation
Using Technology to Protect Against Equipment Theft on the Jobsite
The acquisition and maintenance of heavy machinery is a major expense for any size company, so it stands to reason that equipment is worth taking steps to protect. Whether you’re a large company investing in … about Using Technology to Protect Against Equipment Theft on the Jobsite
